U.S. teen pregnancy and birth rates have declined dramatically over the past two decades and are now at historic lows. Even so, U.S. rates of teen childbearing remain far higher than in other comparable countries.

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What parents should do and say to help their children avoid teen pregnancy.

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Sex education programs and other interventions with evidence of success in changing behavior.

Materials and activities focused on teen pregnancy among Latinos, many available in Spanish.

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Making the connection between teen pregnancy and youth in the child welfare system.

Research and resources emphasizing the role males play in pregnancy planning and prevention.

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